Student Affairs

Campus Recreation staff demonstrate a few at-home workout exercises

Monday, November 21, 2022 Beat the cold with these at-home workouts

Participating in at-home workouts is a fantastic way to find stress relief, mental breaks, and movement for your body.

Tomato soup with basil and rye bread on a table.

Friday, November 11, 2022 Bits and Bites: Dining Services brings the cozy

Brr! It’s cold, and the temperature keeps dropping. That means it’s time to pull out the oversized coat, sweaters, and get some cozy foods from University Dining Services.

Sign with cursive text that reads "Happy Friendsgiving" surrounded by pumpkins

Monday, November 7, 2022 Festive ideas & tips to celebrate Friendsgiving

Whether you want one last get-together before heading home for the holidays or need something to do with friends in Lincoln over the break, organizing a Friendsgiving is a wonderful way to celebrate your friendships and share gratitude for one another during the holiday season.

Here are ideas to help you plan a fun and successful Friendsgiving.

Care packages with an assortment of treats including snacks, Husker gear, and cold remedies.

Friday, October 28, 2022 Care package purchases help fund student experiences

Now you can send your Husker a care package and help fund a student organization. It’s a win-win! This new program offered by University Catering delivers items on campus while a portion of the proceeds fund hall programming sponsored by UNL’s chapter of the National Residence Hall Honorary.

Monday, October 10, 2022 13 things to do in Lincoln over Fall Break

If you’re staying in Lincoln over the break, there are plenty of fun fall activities and places to visit on or near campus. Whether you're searching for entertainment, culture, relaxation or time outdoors, we've got you covered with this list.

Attend a Farmer's Market

Kawasaki Reading Room will host AnimeCon October 6, 2022.

Monday, October 3, 2022 4 activities to check out on Thursday afternoon

October’s first Thursday (Oct. 6) has a wonderful mix of afternoon events for Huskers. Check out the following four - all occurring between lunch and dinner.

Monday, August 22, 2022 Huskers charge into new academic year

Nebraska Today is out on campus this week capturing the scene as Huskers return to campus for the start of the fall semester. We're updating multiple times daily, so stop by to dive into the excitement as our university returns for another academic year. If you have a campus moment you would like to share, send us details at tfedderson2@unl.edu.

Construction on Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall (replacement of Mabel Lee Hall) is nearly complete.

Thursday, August 4, 2022 What's new and what's moved on campus for fall 2022

As you come back for the fall semester, you may notice a few changes around campus. Here are a few things that have been in the works while you were away.

CAPS staff receives the Vice Chancellor's Award for Campus Impact

Friday, May 20, 2022 Student Affairs staff honored at Inspiring Excellence Awards

During an afternoon reception, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Laurie Bellows recognized more than 20 staff members for their outstanding contributions over the past year. Hosted at Willa Cather Dining Center on May 20, the annual Inspiring Excellence Awards celebrated individuals and teams for their efforts to cultivate student success through engagement, well-being and a commitment to diversity.

The following individuals and cross-functional teams were recognized:

Thursday, April 7, 2022 Pollard, Tetreault honored for dedication to students

Ann Marie Pollard, associate professor of practice in the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film, and Pat Tetreault, director of the LGBTQA+ Center and Women’s Center, were honored with the James V. Griesen Exemplary Service to Students award at a reception April 1.

Monday, April 4, 2022 Red Memorial is April 8

The Red Memorial, an annual University of Nebraska–Lincoln remembrance for the lives of students, faculty, staff and alumni who died during the current academic year, will take place April 8.

Tuesday, March 1, 2022 In the news: Burks encourages students of color to join STEM fields

“Chronicle: Celebrating Black History Month,” a production by KETV in Omaha, featured the work Nebraska’s Marianna Burks is doing to get more students of color interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields.

Monday, January 10, 2022 Nominations open for student luminary, service to students awards

Nominations are being sought for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Student Luminary Awards — an honor designed to recognize 10 students for their exceptional leadership and commitment — and the James V. Griesen Service to Students Award.

City Campus at the beginning of the semester

Tuesday, December 21, 2021 Fall-ing for Nebraska | Fall Photo Recap

A celebration of student life during Fall 2021 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

A student desk attendant helps a Husker at the Welcome Desk inside University Suites. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 On-Campus Job Fair for students is Dec. 1

From 2 to 5 p.m. Dec. 1, students can visit with reps from the Nebraska Unions, Starbucks, the Children’s Center, Campus Recreation, Dining Services, and more to learn about on-campus jobs that earn up to $13 per hour.

We Are Nebraska performers pose in campus green space

Monday, October 4, 2021 We Are Nebraska returns with three performances

The We Are Nebraska interns return with three performances in October.

Friday, October 1, 2021 Cornstock, parade headline homecoming festivities Oct. 1

Events across campus will take place Oct. 1, the penultimate day of homecoming week at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, including the rejuvenated Cornstock festival.

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 University leaders provide advice to new, returning Huskers for school year

Over the summer, The Daily Nebraskan asked the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s top administrators their advice to new and returning Huskers as they begin or continue their UNL experience.

Emma Schmidt leads a mindfulness workshop for 4-H Clover Kids.

Friday, July 9, 2021 HALO program helps Schmidt teach students, learn more about Nebraska

With an eye on starting her future and a desire to learn more about Nebraska, Husker Emma Schmidt is spending her summer assisting K-12 youth in Scottsbluff. A resident assistant in her residence hall recommended she apply for the HALO program, which is giving her opportunities to learn skills outside of her major.

Student holds up vaccination card for COVID-19

Friday, July 2, 2021 Voluntary vaccine registry launches; first giveaway is July 5

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry is live for students, faculty and staff. Announced June 23 by Chancellor Ronnie Green, the registry allows vaccinated Huskers to record their status, earning an exemption from university plans for regular saliva-based COVID-19 testing in the fall.